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Report: Eagles Expect Lane Johnson, Jalen Carter Back for Week 17 at Bills

Seeding outlook points to a likely No. 3 slot, shaping how Philadelphia manages the veterans’ returns.

Overview

  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports both the All-Pro right tackle and the defensive tackle are expected to be available against Buffalo next week, though the team has not announced activations.
  • Johnson has been out since a Week 11 Lisfranc injury, missed five games without going on injured reserve, and warmed up pregame against Washington despite being ruled out.
  • Carter underwent procedures on both shoulders after Week 13 and missed three games versus the Chargers, Raiders and Commanders.
  • Depth has held up, with Fred Johnson steady at right tackle and interior linemen combining for 39 tackles and 8 sacks during Carter’s absence, including Brandon Graham’s productive snaps inside.
  • Philadelphia has clinched the NFC East, and with Inpredictable putting a 2-seed chance at 18 percent the staff will weigh snaps for returning starters against postseason health.